Description
Experience the comforting warmth of One Pot Chicken and Rice, a delightful dish that promises to bring family and friends together around the dinner table. This easy-to-make meal features tender chicken simmered with seasoned rice and sweet carrots, creating a harmonious blend of flavors in just one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this gluten-free recipe is not only satisfying but also fully customizable to suit your taste preferences. Add your favorite vegetables or spices for a unique twist on this classic comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 1 heaping cup shredded or chopped carrots
- 2 scant cups long-grain white rice
- 8 cups chicken stock
- 2 chicken breasts (~1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
- Seasoned salt and pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add carrots, season with salt and pepper, cover, and cook for 5-6 minutes until tender.
- Stir in rice, dried onion, garlic, and parsley; sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer for 15 minutes until most liquid is absorbed.
- Add seasoned chicken; simmer for an additional 7-10 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in remaining butter and adjust seasoning if needed. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg